Sharing information, including personal coordinates is very important because to me this will help us as to be more efficiently connected and to build a stronger working relationship.

During the ECW meeting I was grateful to receive a booklet from my predecessor and sister from the Dominican Republic containing all the programs, general retreats and conventions that have taken place during the Triennial 2012 up to 2015.

For 2015 - 2018 period the Province IX will continue to give high priority to the development of programs that affect both Episcopal women as well as the wider community by addressing: women's education (including adult spiritual formation and wellness), women's abuse and protection. Attention will also be given to the young mothers who dropped out of school and youth employment.

The program's main goals are to empower (young) women, to reduce poverty and to assist them to live in a healthier environment. In executing these programs we hope to help (young) women and girls get greater access to education at various levels and to the labor market. While the programs focusing on young mothers that have dropped out of the educational system, are meant to gain inspiration and encouragement to engage them in working on skills which will provide them with new opportunities in life.

I look forward to collectively work out a tailor-made road map the coming months to contain further details on the respective programs. This roadmap will be subject to periodic evaluation.

Representing the ECW of the Province IX will be a great honor, privilege and also an opportunity for growth. I look forward to the upcoming Triennial as we embark on this journey of hard work and togetherness.